At Samarinda we know that staying connected and getting the right assistance is vital to living well at home. We have developed a range of service responses to meet the needs of our local community. Our guiding philosophy is locals for locals.
Our Community Centre at 296 High St Ashburton, provides a social ‘hub’ for locals. Come in and stay for a social lunch if you like, join an interest group, or one of our Active Ageing programs with exercise options for all fitness levels including gentle exercise and balance groups, Qi Gong, Line Dancing, Zumba Gold and more. View our social activities.
Our Community Transport cars and buses can provide transport to attend the Community Centre, or to go out on a small group excursion. We are always there at the end to get you home. View our transport services.
Our Delivered Meal service comes to you 5-days a week with a great range of delicious meal choices brought by one of our dedicated volunteer drivers. See Meals on Wheels.
Our Home Care Packages program assists local people to navigate the Australian Government’s aged care system and works in partnership with clients to design a tailored package of care at home. How we can assist at home.
Our Day Respite program operates from Elsie Salter House and offers social support and care for people living with dementia while also providing respite for their family carers. Day respite.
Our Support at Home program delivers Personal Care and Domestic Assistance for people funded through the Commonwealth Home Support Programme. CHSP
Our Disability Services assist local people to apply for and implement National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) support plans. We work with individual participants and families to access the services and supports needed to meet their goals. NDIS
Meet our Community Services Leadership Team
SANDRA BYGRAVE, COMMUNITY SERVICES MANAGER
Sandra has postgraduate qualifications in Ageing and Recreation and over 30 years experience in aged care. She has worked with many communities on the co-design of local solutions that support ageing well and was involved nationally on the implementation of Consumer Directed Care. Sandra is delighted to find a values match with Samarinda.
TARA ANGEVIN, HOME-BASED SERVICES COORDINATOR
Tara is focussed on supporting people to access funded services. Her Care Management Team works across both Ageing and Disability services to ensure each individual client feels valued. Tara brings natural empathy, attention to detail and an exceptional work ethic to every individual.
KATHI HORAITIS, DAY RESPITE & DISABILITY SUPPORT GROUPS COORDINATOR
Kathi is focussed on supporting older people living with memory loss and younger people living with disabilities to remain connected to community and peers. Her support team deliver group activities that adapt to the needs and abilities of each participant. Kathi brings a warm engaging smile and a commitment to making every day worth remembering.
ROBERT HOWELL, COMMUNITY CENTRE COORDINATOR
Rob is focussed on creating a vibrant Community Centre for locals to gather socially. Rob is also responsible for our community meals service. His team works with internal and external facilitators to deliver a range of social activities based on local community interests. Rob brings endless energy to the Community Centre making it a great place to be.
JENNY LU, DIRECT CARE WORKFORCE COORDINATOR
Jenny is focussed on our exceptional Community Support Workers. She is committed to creating an inclusive and caring culture for those who provide care to our clients who are ageing or living with disability. Jenny works in partnership with clients and care managers to meet individual client expectations and to create a personalised service experience.
PREETI THIRUMALAISWAMY, COMMUNITY SERVICES SYSTEMS ADMINISTRATOR
Preeti is focussed on the systems that make everything we do easier to manage. She ensures that data is accessible for us all, so that every decision is grounded in facts. Preeti brings a strong belief in systemic solutions and a ‘can do’ attitude to every new challenge.